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Talk of closing one of Kingston's two hospitals began in November, HealthAlliance officials say (with video highlights)
Posted on Thu. May 17, 2012, 4:32am
KINGSTON, N.Y. — The possibility of closing one of Kingston’s two hospitals, announced early this month, first was discussed among HealthAlliance of the Hudson Valley officials last November, company officials said on Wednesday. Read Story
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Highland voters oust school board incumbents
Thu. May 17, 2012, 2:53am
HIGHLAND, N.Y. — The three Highland school board members up for re-election were swept out of office in this week’s election, and a proposition to buy a new bus and sport utility vehicle for up to $155,089 passed by two votes, district officials said on Wednesday after counting affidavit ballots. Read Story
VIDEO: 'Plugged In But Not Tuned In'
Thu. May 17, 2012, 2:53am
KINGSTON, N.Y. — Young people at the Pointe of Praise Family Life Center in Kingston have been rehearsing for a show they’ll perform on Saturday called ‘Plugged In But Not Tuned In.’ Read Story
Former Milan leader seeks Dutchess County Legislature seat
Thu. May 17, 2012, 2:53am
MILAN, N.Y. — Former town Supervisor James Jeffreys is running for a Dutchess County Legislature seat. Read Story
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